Bra fitting cheat sheet

Putting it on

Do it up on the widest size

The elastic will give over time, being able to do it up tighter means you can still have it fit you.

Exceptions:

If you think you will gain weight

If it’s a convertible bra that also does strapless. You will probably wear it tighter for strapless than you would normally. Fit for strapless at a tighter setting so you can let it out at other times.

Sweep your breasts into the cups

Put your hand inside the bra, under your breast and sweep it into the middle. Do the same to the other side. This makes sure your breasts are completely inside the cups.

Adjust the straps

They should be taut but not digging in.

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Check the band size

The band should be horizontal

If it’s riding up in the back…

Check if the shoulder straps are too tight and pulling it up. If it’s not the straps then it’s too loose – try going down a band size.

If it’s digging in…

It’s too tight – try going up a band size.

Changing sizes

As you move down a band size,
move up a cup size

As you move up a band size,
move down a cup size

Check the cups

There should be no bulging

Move up a cup size (you may need to move up a band size as well – check the band)

And no gaping or sagging cups

Move down a cup size (you may need to move up a band size as well – check the band)

Final checks

Will it still look good with clothes over it?

Walk in it, is it too bouncy?

For low cut bras: lean forward to make sure you don’t fall out the front when you bend over